University District Travel Guide

Memphis

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Stay near popular University District attractions

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University of Memphis

8.2/10 (1,564 reviews)
Explore the campus of University of Memphis as part of your travels around Memphis. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

฿656
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise

Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise

฿3,116
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise
Memphis Mojo Music Bus Tour

Memphis Mojo Bus Tour

฿1,260
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis Mojo Bus Tour
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

฿1,620
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Memphis True Crime Tour

Memphis True Crime Tour

฿1,332
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis True Crime Tour
Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour

Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour

฿1,050
per adult
Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour
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Top hotels in University District

Hu. Hotel

Hu. Hotel

3.5 out of 5
79 Madison Avenue Memphis TN
The price is ฿2,946 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿2,946
฿3,653 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,389 reviews)
"Okay property"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Hu. Hotel
The Peabody Memphis

The Peabody Memphis

5 out of 5
149 Union Avenue Memphis TN
The price is ฿6,683 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿6,683
฿8,806 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Beale Street and FedExForum are located ...
The Peabody Memphis
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

4 out of 5
33 BEALE STREET Memphis TN
The price is ฿4,824 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿4,824
฿5,796 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,947 reviews)
"The staff and valet service were really They were professional and very attentive ."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Big Cypress Lodge

Big Cypress Lodge

5 out of 5
1 Bass Pro Drive Memphis TN
The price is ฿7,521 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
฿7,521
฿9,671 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy 2 restaurants, private hot tubs and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,782 reviews)
"This was by far the nicest place we have stayed. Staff were so nice and food and drinks were so good!!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Big Cypress Lodge
The Guest House at Graceland

The Guest House at Graceland

4 out of 5
3600 Elvis Presley Blvd Memphis TN
The price is ฿8,698 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿8,698
฿11,011 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
The Guest House at Graceland
Memphis Riverline Hotel

Memphis Riverline Hotel

4 out of 5
250 N Main St Memphis TN
The price is ฿3,690 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿3,690
฿4,634 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very good! (1,015 reviews)
"The staff was lovely"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Memphis Riverline Hotel
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Where to stay in University District

Find the best University District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Memphis

Downtown Memphis is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, fascinating museums and great live music. You might also want to check out attractions like Statue of Elvis or Orpheum Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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East Memphis

Travellers to East Memphis praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Leftwich Tennis Center and Theatre Memphis.

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Midtown

Theatres, live music and museums are some highlights of Midtown. Make a stop by Minglewood Hall or Memphis Brooks Museum of Art while you're exploring.

A garden with a plaque about Graceland, a historic site built in 1939.

Whitehaven

The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Whitehaven. A stop by Graceland or Southland Mall might round out your trip.

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Southwind

Southwind is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Mike Rose Soccer Complex or TPC Southwind.

University District Travel Guide